Preschool Teacher (Maternity Cover - January to May 2025)

About Agora Preschool

Agora Preschool places an emphasis on providing a genuinely personalised experience for each child. Our innovative and creative teachers, along with differentiated and tiered lessons, offer an opportunity that challenges each individual to reach their full potential. During a unique observation period, our teachers are given the time to comprehend the needs of their students and gain insights from parents, enabling us to tailor an experience that thoroughly prepares each child for their next steps in education.

About the role

Our Preschool Teacher is instrumental in creating a secure and positive learning environment for children. Teachers must work in a respectful manner with children, to help build trust. Through the creative design, and adaptation of our curriculum, teachers will enrich learning and work closely with all stakeholders to help build strong partnerships with families and the community. A reflective teaching practice will add to the constantly evolving programme, keeping it current and up to date. Teachers must demonstrate good communication and collaborative skills as they add to the centre’s culture of teamwork by fostering good relations with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design quality learning environments through adapting exciting curriculum based on the 6 core domains of Cognition, Inquiry, Personal Effectiveness, Values/ Virtues, Empathy and Being imparting the core values of an early childhood education via classroom and curriculum.
• Aid in a culture of constant learning and teamwork, taking part in constant learning and reflective practices.
• Refine teaching and learning ways that follow curriculum frameworks.
• Carry out teaching and learning plans to meet the diverse needs of children.
• Refine classroom management plans, and watch and document children’s learning.
• Co-lead team projects with people involved with the school.
• Follow health, safety, nutritional, hygiene standards and rules.
• Raise the level of trust and respect with children via interaction.
• Understand the learning and developmental needs of young children (6 months to age 6).
• Uphold the vision, mission and values of the centre.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education or higher
• Registered and certified with ECDA as L1 or L2
• Passionate about nurturing a love for learning and in making a difference in the lives of children
• Strong communication skills
• Creative and inspiring with loving energy
• Able to commence work soon is preferred

Why Join Agora

We embrace input from our team members and encourage fresh ideas and continuous improvements, whether you are an educator, an events host or a part of our front of house team.Here's why you should join us:

Innovative Environment: Work in an environment where your ideas matter and you have the opportunity to drive real change within a tech-enabled setting

Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values open communication and mutual respect.

Growth Opportunities: Benefit from professional development and courses to advance your career.

Flexible Work Options: Enjoy flexible arrangements to fit your lifestyle, whether full-time, part-time, or freelance.

Become part of a forward-thinking team that’s passionate about creating a better place to learn and grow. If this resonates with you, reach out to us.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $3,300.00 - $3,800.00 per month

Benefits:

• Promotion to permanent employee

Schedule:

• Early shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Early childhood education: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• ECDA qualification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 06/12/2024
Expected Start Date: 01/01/2025